Resilient Structural Design and Construction. 3 credits, 3 contact hours

Catalog description

Prerequisites: ARCH 304 . This course discusses the topic of structural building design and construction for various hazards such as earthquakes, high winds/hurricanes, and floods. Each type of hazard is discussed separately. The structural design process is outlined based on the requirements of the latest codes and standards. Guidelines and recommendations for better design and construction in hazard areas are given. Design examples are used to illustrate the various design methods along with some practical building design projects. The standard procedures used in the safety assessment and evaluation of damaged buildings in the aftermath of hurricanes and earthquakes are introduced.